If you needed a sign to go somewhere fun with your girls, THIS IS YOUR SIGN. Colorful, loud,…read moreinviting, entertaining, this place is everything. It even has games. Upon arriving, we were greeted right away by the bartender/waitress. She was so welcoming and easy to talk to. If you get a little anxiety before ordering, all of that will melt away with how welcoming this place is. Crab mac n cheese 10/10: Fair amount of crab in this dish. It came out piping hot and with crackers which I loved! You could literally see it boiling. Chicken caesar salad 10/10: Crunchy lettuce. COATED dressing. Delicious chicken. Refreshing. Fruit salad 10/10: All the fruits were satisfying. I mean even the blackberries were so sweet! Waitress was so accommodating when answering about my friend's pineapple allergy. TAKE YOUR FRIENDS HERE NOW!

When I'm in the mood for this kind of place, Antoinette's hits the spot. Clean. A very attentive…read morestaff. Good recommendations from staff means the food pairs well with the wine and drinks. Well-managed and a very chill atmosphere. Two thumbs up!

Barrel 9 is a cozy spot that leans heavily into a light, community-focused atmosphere. The space is…read moredecorated with cute, sassy wine placards (like "Wine Takes the WITCH right out of ME!"), which sets a relaxed tone. The restaurant has been open for four years, but the owners have run the liquor store next door for the past 17+ years. Because of this connection, they sell their wine at the same prices, making the selection and value outstanding.   THE SERVICE * The team graciously accommodated our group of seven. One of the staff was initially a little grumpy because we arrived late due to work commitments (my sincere apologies for that!), but our primary server, Kaytlyn, was friendly and offered excellent recommendations. The bartender, Christine, also took care of us. A major highlight of the night was chatting with Carolyn (owner/cook) and Mike (owner). They are both personable and do a great job cultivating an open, welcoming environment.   THE FOOD & DRINK We ordered a fair number of appetizers for the table, all of which were quite tasty: * Deviled Eggs: A favorite among the table! The addition of horseradish provided a perfectly subtle and delicious kick. * Charcuterie Board for Two: A great, classic grazing option. * Flatbreads: We tried both the Brie & Bacon and the Italian flatbreads, and both were solid. * Smoked Salmon Crostini: A lighter bite. * Spinesto Pomodoro Dip: Flavorful and great for sharing. * Moroccan Spiced Lamb Sliders: Well-seasoned and portioned. * Adelsheim Pinot Noir, Greenwing Cabernet: Two standouts with great value given the retail pricing structure.   OVERALL While the food was thoroughly enjoyable, it was the excellent wine value and the warm conversations with the staff and fellow customers that stole the show. Barrel 9 is a friendly and community-centric place to spend an evening.

Best whiskey selection in southern Maryland (by far). Awesome staff and great food too!read more

We were in the area and struggling to find something to do on a Saturday afternoon. On a whim we…read morestopped at this place when we saw the sign and we are so glad we did! The wine options were great, the outdoor seating was perfect, and we spent 3 hours listening to music and enjoying nice wine and a perfect fall Saturday. We definitely recommend this to anyone looking to just relax.

Hidden gem. Our family had an impromptu wine tasting. The location was perfect. The wine was…read morewonderful. The service was great. It is a small establishment. Local. Friendly. Not commercialized or overdone. The owner JOHN served us and it was a great afternoon. This place should be five stars. The best part it is DOG FRIENDLY.

Crab cakes are delicious. Nice bar outside with view of water and good selection of beerread more

This was my first time visiting Solomons Island, and I'm so glad I chose The Lighthouse Restaurant!…read moreI was looking for fresh seafood with a nice waterfront view, and this restaurant did not disappoint. There is parking conveniently located near the restaurant, so you don't have to worry about finding street parking. The restaurant was very clean and offered indoor and outdoor seating, along with an indoor bar area. There is also an ATM on-site. I looked at the menu ahead of time and already knew I wanted the Ultimate Seafood Platter, mainly because it included a crab cake. We also ordered oysters as an appetizer, and they were absolutely delicious and incredibly fresh. Hands down, this was some of the best seafood I've had from a restaurant in a long time. The scallops were plump and juicy, and the fish portion was very generous. I'm usually nervous when a crab cake is included as part of a platter because I expect something small or previously frozen.That was definitely not the case here. The crab cake was a great size and tasted fresh. They offer a traditional version and an "angry" version. I ordered the angry crab cake, and it was seasoned to perfection. The other person with me ordered the seafood pasta, and it was just as impressive. The Alfredo sauce was delicious, with plump scallops, juicy shrimp, and a generous portion of pasta. It also came with amazing rustic, buttery toasted bread. The waitstaff was great, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the waterfront view made the experience even better. If you're looking for fresh, delicious seafood with a beautiful view in Solomons Island, I highly, highly recommend The Lighthouse Restaurant!

The grounds are so beautiful great place to bring families and friends for a relaxing day of…read moretastings and small eats. We went for Mother's Day when they were family friendly and open for all. The food was really good and all food was provided by local food trucks and the wine was delicious. The staff was extremely knowledgeable about the wines on grounds and that made picking out our drink of choice super easy.

Southern Maryland adventures! This winery is about an hour from my house without traffic, and I was…read morevery excited to give it a try -- a goal of mine is to hit as many wineries in PG & Calvert as possible. I was excited once I arrived at the entrance, but was shocked it was another mile and some before actually getting to the tasting room LOL! There were speed bumps, reception was near zero, and parts of the road were heavily covered with trees making it dark... whoa! I finally arrived at the main part though, and finding parking was easy. I passed by a cool looking outdoor tasting room (that currently isn't open) and the vineyards. From the general parking lot, it's a bit of a hike to get to the main building haha. I walked through what looked like a wedding setup, but what really stole the show was the tunnel... you could see real grapes growing in there and it just felt so classy! The building itself was surrounded by tons of outdoor seating, mostly shaded. It was a pretty hot day, so indoor seemed like the move. When I went inside, I must say I was obsessed with the chandelier... and there was live music! I was the first to arrive, so I didn't order any wine yet, but I saw there were a few options... 9, if I recall, including sangria and two slushies. I only ended up trying the semi-sweet red and white... which were actually quite sweet, haha. If those were semi-sweet, I can't help but wonder what the sweet ones are like. The weakest (ABV) wine was 13%, and the others just went up from there... that's up there! Aside from the sweetness, the semi-sweets tasted fine -- I wouldn't consider them refreshing though. Next time I need to try their dry wines next time. Too bad you can't just taste! As for food, they have a food truck outside -- Hungry Hare. the item is already limited, but they were also out of wings and fries. So it was either going to be a hot dog, quesadilla or fancy grilled cheese. We had food plans after, so I opted for a hot dog... but for $5 it's literally just the dog and the bun... that's pricey, isn't it?? It was piping hot and tasty though... but yeah, really expensive. The grilled cheeses were $16 and up and came with no sides. But anyways, the vineyard was beautiful and I would return to try more!

For a friend's bachelorette event, I booked a wine tour with Vino 301 Wine Concierge, and I'm so…read moreglad I did! What a great company! Booking was super easy and once that was done, I received regular emails from Vino 301 and texts until the day of the tour. We were picked up this past Saturday (4/20) at the appointed location and time. We boarded a very well appointed van with about 4 rows of seats that accommodated us all. I felt very safe on the rides to and from the wineries. Our host and driver were super friendly and treated us like royalty. Prior to arriving at each venue, we were provided some background and things we should know in advance. She more or less herded us from place to place, which was actually quite comforting. I felt very well taken care of AND seen as I was the only one on the tour not drinking, but I was provided water and other beverages over the course of the day. Oh, and the lunch we received was AMAZING. So much food! I had the roast beef BLT, which came with a bag of chips, pasta salad, and a dessert. Definitely recommend!

This tour does not disappoint! My gal pal booked Vino 301 for my bachelorette party for a group of…read moresix ladies. I had by far, the BEST time ever! Pro's -Transportation provided and your choice of music (Bluetooth connection to phone) -The girl's and I felt like royalty! -Carla our tour guide was amazing! She and our driver, Patrick, were on time, and very friendly when I first met them. Carla was very knowledgeable. She knew the history of the wines, taste, pairings, and the owners of each winery. -Carla and Patrick made us all feel like family -Each winery we visited didn't feel rushed and we were allotted plenty of time for tastings, enjoying the ambiance (live music), and purchases. -Each guest was gifted a wine holder bag, bottle of water, wine tumbler, and snacks. All the essentials!! -Got to tour three different wineries in the Chesapeake Beach area (Robin Hill, Romano, JaneMark) -All of us were wiped from the tours, tastings, and fun we had. We would definitely do another tour! Con's -I just didn't want the experience to end!

I absolutely love Janemark Winery & Vineyard it's truly one of the many hidden gems right in my…read morebackyard! While I've visited before for a wine tasting, this time I attended their "Tuscan Table" summer pairing dinner, and it was an incredible experience. The evening featured a four-course Italian meal each dish thoughtfully paired with wines from the vineyard. The courses included a fresh caprese salad paired with Vidal Blanc, arancini di riso paired with Rosé of Barbera, a chicken and shrimp pasta with a San Marzano vodka sauce paired with NV Aviation and finally tiramisu paired with NV Merlot. Every pairing felt intentional and elevated the overall dining experience. The atmosphere was absolutely perfect intimate, relaxed, and welcoming. We truly enjoyed the company of the other guests at our table, and by the end of the evening, it felt like we were all one big family sharing a meal together. Janemark Winery has a lineup of events throughout the summer, and I will most definitely be back!

I guess I can check this off my list!…read more I didn't know we had all these hidden gems right in our own back yard. Met a friend here to catch up a bit...the way life has been life-ing lately, it was wayyyy over due for me! The sun was shining, great weather, awesome company & wine...all that was missing was some yummy treats! With eating outside you're able to bring your own food...definitely noted if I ever venture back here. They do offer some charcuterie and cheese options... My flight was tasty! A couple wines were a bit too sweet for me. Unfortunately they didn't have anything with bubbles...darn! but it was all good! The frozen red wine slushie was pretty good...I think they should offer this in a larger size lol The grounds were lovely and it wasn't busy at all. We really picked the perfect day to come. At 2p they had some live entertainment...and before we knew it, it was 6pm. Definitely looking forward to my next vineyard adventure. Cheers! Happy Yelping!

Vintage 414 is a hidden gem in downtown Cambridge. The space had an option to sit at a table or at…read morethe bar. The bar was super cute and had arrangements of fresh local flowers for sale. I ordered two glasses of sparkling rosé. Both were hefty pours :) there was a very wide selection of wines to choose from. The cocktail menu was super creative and drinks were names of songs by popular artists. I almost got the "Too Drunk to F***" but decided to save that for next time. The menu is limited, but enough choices to snack on and share without leaving hungry. We chose the marinated olives which were served with baguette slices. There were a variety of olives, including several types of green olives, and I believe some Kalamata olives. This was reminiscent of an olive tapenade which I almost would've given the bread that was served with it. We also ordered the cheese shortbread, which was tasty. We had narrowed it down to two flat breaths, but went with the caramelized onion flatbread. It did not disappoint. I love onions, so could have even went with a few more onions on there. It was the perfect size to share or as a standalone meal for one. We finished with the peach buttermilk cake. Again, it was the perfect portion to share. I especially loved the ice cream, which was smooth and a nice contrast to the peach buttermilk cake. The whole plate was the perfect amount of sweet without being overpowering! Cute lil spot in downtown Cambridge that had friendly and warm vibes!

We went to Vintage 414 for dinner because our first choice was closed…read more This was an amazing surprise. Natalie and her crew were absolutely wonderful. They were helpful, pleasant and just nice. There was a drink on the menu that had an unusual ingredient, Massenez Roquefort Liqueur, a blue cheese liqueur that sounded questionable. It was amazing, 3 out of 4 at the table loved it and the other liked it but it was a bit unusual for her. The food, while simple, was excellent. They don't have much of a kitchen but the salads, cheese plates, cold soup and the flatbreadwere excellent. Plenty of flavor, fresh ingredients and all had just a small twist that made everything standout. We tried all 3 desserts and all were great. The goat cheese tart with plums was a table favorite. Will we be back, YES. Will we bring friends here, YES. It is definitely one of my 2 favorite restaurants in Cambridge and that is only after 1 meal.

Had dinner there tonight charcuterie plus frites for apps then had lamb bolognese boulibasse…read morebranzino and waygu sliders maybe 3 instead of 2 had bought wine next door earlier so had them as well awesome service 2 full for dessert

TAKEOUT Decided to…read moreget takeout to treat ourselves to a great meal without the wait ... no issues! Same great food and solid service. For starters, the Tuna Tatar is nothing short of spectacular .. cubed and served with a delicious teriyaki sauce and crispy chips (for scooping). From the mains, really enjoyed the Bistro Filet with truffle oil .. delicious and cooked rare, so we could heat up at home. Served w a side of fries for maximum indulgence. Bon Apetite.

I was here a few years ago with friends and decided to stop back in on a Friday evening. There was…read morea band scheduled to play (Phun Doctors) and a scheduled food truck as well. The band was playing inside and we decided to sit outside for several reasons. First being the lively view from the porch of the vineyard. Second being the lively weather while sitting on the porch. Third being the general ambiance of being on the porch with the weather and the view. Even with a light sprinkling of rain, it was lovely to hear the pitter patter above while sipping wine. I did a tasting flight that they normally don't offer on Friday nights but since they were busy they offered it. The bartenders were really great. Genuinely kind, funny, and informative. You could tell that they enjoy their jobs. The wine was enjoyable and always fun to do a flight to get a good variety.

We were visiting the area for work and someone mentioned this spot, so we swung by on a Friday…read moreafternoon/evening once we were done for the day. It's a gorgeous facility right on the winery with a huge porch and tables overlooking the vineyards. The views were really cool. The service was great, the bartender(?) who helped us was super informative and SO FUNNY. They obviously love their jobs behind the counter because they had awesome banter and made us giggle. They don't have food but they do have some small snack options. We ended up grabbing some cheese and crackers and it was a perfect pair. The wines themselves were all fantastic. I'm more of a dry wine person but they definitely had options for sweeter wines as well. They had a large wine list and truly something for everyone. It was such a cute little spot.